G-String runoff ( Fender Jazz 24V)

johnnyPARKER · #1 08-20-2011, 09:57 PM

Problem: My g string kinda runs off the neck of of my fender jazz 24V. Is this a problem with the bridge? If so, any recommendations regarding bridge replacement?

testing1two · #2 08-20-2011, 10:06 PM

There's a strong possibility that your neck is not sitting square in the neck pocket. You can simply loosen the 4 neck screws about 1 or 1 1/2 turns and push the neck up towards the top horn until the E and G strings have equal distances to the ends of the fingerboard. Then tighten the neck screws and make sure the neck doesn't shift in the process.

grendle · #3 08-20-2011, 11:02 PM

Ehhh oozing of fender quality! Did the nut break? Is it running off at the 1st fret or where the body meets the neck?

JLS · #4 08-21-2011, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by johnnyPARKER

Problem: My g string kinda runs off the neck of of my fender jazz 24V. Is this a problem with the bridge? If so, any recommendations regarding bridge replacement?

Where is this happening? Do you have a photo?

It's probably, as T2 posted, a neck alignment issue, no big deal.

johnnyPARKER · #5 08-21-2011, 01:18 PM

Thanks for the responses...@JLS... happens close around the 10th-12th fret. I don't have pics (will try to post). However, at a glance the bass looks fine. The G string is a little close to the edge of the fret board. It becomes a problem if I use vibrato (side to side)...it will run-off the fret board. It limits me, especially when soloing. I should mention that I detune my bass a full step- down, but I don't have this problem with any of my three other basses (two of which are fenders, the other is an MTD). @ Grendle the nut is in tact. @testingtwo, I will look at the alignment.

johnnyPARKER · #6 08-22-2011, 08:46 AM

Any more tips guys? PLEEEASE HELP!!!!

john grey · #7 08-22-2011, 11:12 AM

Possible distance issue in nut setup. Occasionally nut is measured as non-central block measurement but "side-of string" measurement issue.
If this were to be the case the problem would have been apparent through-out the life of the instrument. Size of string may affect this to a greater or lesser degree. A change of string could demonstrate more of this problem.

But it all means little without a picture. It might be a neck alignment issue: there again, unless the neck were substantially loose, it would have been seen previously. There are too many variables without a picture and more background.
How long has this issue been observed? Is it possible it was there through-out the life of the instrument? Has the neck been taken off for any reason? Strings changed?, ect, etc

johnnyPARKER · #8 08-22-2011, 05:21 PM

Hey @ John Grey,

I will post the a pic in a few. I bought this instrument used. I know for certain that the neck has been taken off (and other adjustments). I bought this from a retail store, so I can only speak for the time that I have had the instrument. It has been an issue as long as I've had this bass.

96tbird · #9 08-22-2011, 09:54 PM

Don't listen to these NUT issue BRIDGE issue, Fender quality issue dudes.

This can happen to any bolt on neck. G&L even has a section on this in it's owners manual see page 3 point 8. https://docs.google.com/viewer?url=h...2FGLmanual.pdf

See this thread the OP had his fixed in a jiffy when he just listened to me and did what needs doing.

Is my neck out of alignment? w/pics

john grey · #10 08-23-2011, 10:20 AM

HA HA HA!

"Doctor, I called because I'm not feeling well."

"Take two aspirins and call me in the morning."

"But you haven't seen what's wrong....?"

"I don't have to SEE you, I get sick people calling me all the time."

96tbird · #11 08-23-2011, 07:45 PM

ShiZ, I just take the time to read the op and all his posts. Pretty common issue with basses, but not with humans, ha ha ha .

johnnyPARKER · #12 09-05-2011, 12:06 AM

Thanx brethern!!!!!!!!!!!! This is why I LOVE TALKBASS!!!!!!!!!!!